Job Description

CRF – Celebrating 45 Years of Excellence in Behavioral Health Services in San Diego County!

Hours : 32 hours per week; Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm  OR   Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Pay Rate : $55.00 - $57.20 per hour

Duration : 2 - 3 months, depending on program needs

Licensure : Current California RN (Registered Nurse) license and must be kept current throughout employment

Certification : BLS certification required and must be kept current throughout employment

Benefits :

• 19 days of PTO per year; 12 paid holidays per year
• Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt and access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage
• Several dental plan options; vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Generous retirement plan contributions
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans

As a Nurse - RN, you will:

• Assist multidisciplinary team with crisis intervention, psychiatric medical assessments, case management, and medication support services.
• Consult with prescriber for medication orders and guidance/recommendations for the treatment of medical and psychiatric conditions.
• Administer medications as ordered by the prescriber.
• Monitor client’s physical and psychiatric condition and response to treatment and/or medication. Report client’s responses to the prescriber.
• Maintain inventory, storage and handling of medication including Patient Assistance Program (PAP) medications and/or sample medications according to Medi-Cal and all overseeing agency’s guidelines. Ensure all medications are managed and stored appropriately as defined by local and state regulations.
• Complete and sign all required medical/nursing documents using the County designated electronic health record (EHR).
• Provide health education and medication instructions to clients, family members, staff and other support personnel.
• Provide services in the community or client's home, including administration of medication.
• Identify acute or potential health problems and coordinate care with the appropriate provider and/or level of care for treatment.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of one year of experience working with a mental health population, especially with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders is strongly preferred
• Ability to physically and mentally able to assist in emergency situations is required
• Proficient computer skills, including the ability to document concurrently and/or collaboratively.
• This program is housed in a two-story building that does have an elevator; however, ability to navigate stairs may be required.
• A valid California driver’s license in good standing, personal vehicle, proof of insurance and eligibility to be an approved CRF driver is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance

Bring your nursing skills and dedication to help make a difference in the lives of the people we serve!

Our Intensive Mobile Psychosocial Assertive Community Treatment programs (Downtown IMPACT,  IMPACT , Senior IMPACT and South Bay IMPACT) provide intensive, community-based case management services for homeless adults throughout San Diego County. We deliver fully integrated services to clients diagnosed with a serious mental illness, as well as individuals with co-occurring, mental health, and substance disorders.

Our programs utilizes the evidence-based practice of Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) to support our clients in the higher level of community care and to assist them in reaching their goals and living a life not dominated by mental illness. Our team is a model of care, providing treatment, rehabilitation, and case management supports.

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego County’s residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges. We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development. You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients and help people change their lives for the better!

If you need assistance completing the application, please send an email to  CRFCareers@comresearch.org

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Nurse - RN

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